Designer
- Employer
- Swim USA
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Salary
- Salary Negotiable
- Closing date
- 13 Dec 2020
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- Function
- Design - Garments & Accessories
- Level
- Manager
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
SwimUSA is currently seeking a highly experienced swim designer responsible for seasonal line creation and development from concept to production. In this position you will collaborate with Polo Sportswear Design and the Director of Swim Design to create a commercially viable swim assortment that meets the aesthetic of the global Polo brand.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and present seasonal swim assortments based on sportswear rigs
- Research and create shopping reports on current trend with focus on elevated aesthetic
- Responsible for silhouette and design development for swim and cover ups
- Collaborate on color palette and print
- Source and develop fabrics and trims/responsible for writing sample orders
- Develop sketches and working line sheets
- Style set up in PLM
- Work with print department on color ways, repeats, and graphics
- Comment on lab dips and strike offs in collaboration with print team and design director
- Participate in fittings and contribute to final product approval
- Manage and deliver to seasonal calendars
- Collaborative design approach
- Understanding of Polo brand and customer
Qualifications/Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
Experience: Min 3-5 years swim design experience
Skills:
- Outstanding sketching and presentation skills-Illustrator and Photoshop
- Solid understanding of fabrics, finishes, details, trims, fit, and construction
- Working knowledge of Excel
- InDesign knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong time management and organizational skills
Travel: N/A
Working Conditions: Office (currently remote hybrid due to COVID)
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